Feature
May
17
One Small Step Raises PWS Awareness
by Esther Ellis and Weekly Staff
Imagine living life in a constant state of hunger. For individuals with Prader-Willi syndrome, steady hunger is a feeling known too well.
The hypothalamus in the brain is responsible for triggering hunger and signaling when the stomach is full. For individuals with PWS, the hypothalamus continuously sends this signal.View More
Feature
May
17
State Campaign Targets Seat Belt Offenders
by Jamie Ainsworth
Louisiana and federal traffic safety officials have announced that 127 law enforcement agencies across the state are participating in this year’s Click It or Ticket enforcement and awareness campaign. The May 21 to June 3 seat belt enforcement effort will be the largest of its kind ever conducted in Louisiana.View More
Feature
May
10
DOTD Installs Signs, Relieves Tunnel Traffic
Press Release
Last fall, the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development installed a new, improved wireless flashing travel advisory or warning system, connecting the Intracoastal Waterway and Houma Navigation Canal bridges, in an effort to reduce congestion on La. 24 and through the Houma Tunnel during peak traffic hours. View More
Feature
May
10
Weekly Downtown Market Promotes Local Farmers, Artists
Compiled by Mary Downer
Downtown Houma now offers a new place to shop on Saturdays. And it’s 100 percent local.
The Houma Main Street Program and Gulf Coast Marketplace have partnered to open the Downtown Houma Farmers, Fisherman and Artisan Market. The market will open for the first time on Saturday, May 12, on the grounds of the Bayou Terrebonne Waterlife Museum, 7910 Park Ave., in Houma. Seasonal and local food, seafood and works created by local artisans will be available for purchase.View More
